AJ-PX270

Operating Ease and System Expansion Approaching Shoulder-Type Models

New Design – Switches Match Like Those on Shoulder-Type Models

The AJ-PX270 was designed for easy operation as an ENG camera. It inherits the functions, switch layout and dials of shoulder-type camera recorders. Users of professional shoulder-type camera recorders will be able to take advantage of the mobility of the AJ-PX270 immediately.

Front Rec Button:
The front Rec button is positioned immediately below. When a tripod is used, this button allows smooth recording starts after operating the lens.

Front Audio Level Dials:
This is the industry’s first handheld camera recorder to feature audio input level controls (which can be allocated with ON/ OFF and CH) on the front side of the unit. This allows quick operation during recording.

Triple Toggle Switches:
Three toggle switches - DISP/MODE CHECK, GAIN and WHITE BAL - are provided. They are located at the same location as on a shoulder-type model to support operation during recording.

Separately Positioned XLR Audio Input Terminals

The AJ-PX270 is equipped with 2 channel XLR mic/line audio input terminals supporting a +48V phantom power supply. They are arranged on the front and rear sides of the unit, just like on a shoulder-type model. The front mic terminal is located behind the rear mic mounting section, eliminating problems resulting from catching protrusions on the side panel. The rear external audio terminals are located on the right side for comfortable holding of the AJ-PX270 against the chest during recording, and also permit easy connection and disconnection while holding the camera recorder in shooting position.

Battery Replacement during Recording

The large-capacity battery is housed in the main body, and does not extend beyond the rear panel. This ensures comfortable holding of the AJ-PX270 against the chest. When power is supplied to the DC power supply input terminal using the AC adaptor, the battery can be changed while recording.

Handle with Multi-Stage Zoom Lever

The zoom lever located on the upper part of the handle is also provided with a multi-stage variable zoom function. It provides the same smooth zooming operation from a super-low speed as the zoom lever on the hand grip, allowing smooth zooming when shooting from a low angle or using a tripod.

New Design Offering Enhanced Mobility and Easy Operation

Even with its high-power zoom lens, the AJ-PX270 is compact and has a low center of gravity. It remains stable during handheld shooting, and provides excellent visibility and a wide field of view. The lens hood with a built-in cover improves convenience and safety while moving. The magnesium alloy diecast chassis is rugged and durable.

3G-SDI Output and HDMI Output

3G-SDI OUT:
A 3-Gbps speed supports 1080/60p and 50p progressive full frame image output. Can be set to HD-SDI or down-converted SD-SDI. Allows Rec Start/Stop linked backup recording with a Panasonic recorder equipped with SDI input.

HDMI OUT:
This terminal allows digital A/V output to a wide range of devices such as an HD monitor.

Aspect Conversion:
The aspect ratio can be selected from among Side Crop, Letter Box, or Squeeze mode when down-converting and outputting from the SDI OUT terminal.

Combination with the AJ-PG50 Field Recorder, using either HDMI or SDI connection, enables back-up recording linked to the AJ-PX270.

USB 3.0 High-Speed Transfer Interface

USB 3.0 (HOST):
High-speed file copying to external storage.*

USB 2.0 (DEVICE):
Allows use as a P2 card drive.

* Storage media with more than 2 TB of capacity cannot be used.

Multi-Camera Synchronizing with Genlock IN and TC IN/OUT

This handheld camera recorder supports a multi-camera configuration. It features a built-in SMPTE time-code generator/reader, TC input/output, and Genlock input for multi-camera recording with time-code synchronization. Images can be synchronized and output to a switcher, providing the same level of operation as many shoulder-type models.

The P2 ROP App for Wireless Control using iPad**

The P2 ROP App (downloadable free of charge from the Apple App Store) for iPad is available. It enables iPad to control functions/setting of the AJ-PX270 Camera Recorder remotely via wireless connection.
P2 ROP App can control Focus, Zoom and variety of settings similar to those of the AG-EC4G Extension Control Unit controls, including picture quality settings and REC start/stop. Easy-to-see value display and easy-to-operate up/down touch keys provide settings and adjustments. Proxy browser is also built into the app so that operator can adjust the setting while checking recorded clips with thumbnail and previewing. Metadata can also be displayed and edited on iPad to support post production work.

· Apple App Store and iPad are service marks or trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States
and other countries.

Wired LAN Remote Focus and Zoom Supported

Wired remote operation is enabled with the optional AK-HRP200G Remote Operation Panel via LAN connection. In addition to joy stick operation of the aperture and pedestal, as well as menu-operated adjustment of the picture quality, this allows remote-controlled focusing and zooming on the AJ-PX270.

* Only functions that are supported by the AJ-PX270 can be controlled.

Interfaces and Devices

Supports live video transfer uplink equipment (scheduled for the near future).